Dhanush, is an Indian actor, producer, director, writer, lyricist, and playback singer who predominantly works in Tamil cinema. Starring in 44 films over his career, among Dhanush's awards include 14 SIIMA Awards, nine Vijay Awards, eight Filmfare Awards South, five Vikatan Awards, five Edison Awards, four National Film Awards, and a Filmfare Award. He has been included in the Forbes India Celebrity 100 list six times, which is based on the earnings of Indian celebrities.